Durian exports record strong growth
According to the Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association, last August, durian exports reached 589 million USD, up 55% compared to July and up 10% compared to the same period last year. In the first 8 months, exports reached 1.79 billion USD, of which exports to the Chinese market alone accounted for 91% with 1.6 billion USD. It is expected that in September, the turnover could reach 700 - 800 million USD. This year, the price of durian at the garden has dropped to more than 60,000 VND/kg, even below 30,000 VND/kg in some places. However, thanks to increased output and large market demand, durian exports continue to break out.
According to Mr. Dang Phuc Nguyen - General Secretary of the Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association (Vinafruit), recently, durian exports have always achieved high turnover thanks to abundant output and no longer being warned about Cadmium residue contamination. In addition, the export price of durian has also increased again recently, contributing to the increase in export turnover of this industry. By the end of September 2025, durian exports brought in about 2.6 billion USD, the Chinese market is still the leading importer of Vietnamese durian.
In addition to exporting fresh fruits and vegetables, the biggest difference in 2025 is that the growth rate of the processing group has far exceeded that of fresh fruits and vegetables by about 10%, which was rare before. The reason for this growth, Mr. Dang Phuc Nguyen assessed, is that businesses have boldly invested in more factories and modern production lines, expanded specialized areas and improved the quality of raw materials, thereby meeting the increasingly strict requirements of the import market. Because processed fruits and vegetables not only help stabilize domestic agricultural prices but also increase the value 3-5 times compared to fresh products, while extending the preservation time.
In the import markets of Vietnamese fruits, large markets such as Europe, Japan, and South Korea continue to be the main driving force, while the Chinese market continues to open up significant space. Recently, the Chinese market has also approved four protocols allowing the official export of chili, passion fruit, bird's nest, and rice bran. These agreements help diversify products, encourage businesses to invest in deep processing, and at the same time support the stabilization of input materials.
With the development momentum of processed fruit products, agricultural experts predict that the period 2026-2030 will be a breakthrough time for processed fruits and vegetables in Vietnam when China continues to open its doors to more types of processed fruits, while Europe and other markets increase the demand for importing "green" and sustainable products. If Vietnam makes good use of signed protocols, combines investment in deep processing technology and qualified raw material areas, it can maintain a double-digit growth rate each year, making processed fruits and vegetables a stable export group, no longer relying too much on fresh exports as before.
Source: https://vtv.vn/xuat-khau-sau-rieng-tang-manh-100251002180942279.htm
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